The UHC Roundup

November 2017

The UHC Roundup isan online publication that compiles news articles and events related to unwanted horses. It highlights UHC member programs and success stories spanning all breeds, disciplines, and regions. If you wish to share your story of unwanted horses becoming wanted again, contact the UHC at uhc@horsecouncil.org.

UHC Program News and Updates

“Unfortunately, the UHC receives quite a few calls about horses whose owners have passed away, and the next of kin or friend is unsure what exactly to do with the horse, or even lacks the knowledge to care for the horse,” said UHC Director Ashley Furst. “The UHC is often looked towards as a resource for information, so we felt publishing a guide to Estate Planning would help expand our message of what Owning Responsibly entails. While estate planning can certainly be a tough subject to talk about, we feel horse owners will find the brochure to be a very helpful guide when it comes to planning for the future.”

The Estate Planning Guide examines the differences between setting up a trust versus simply naming the horse in your will, the different types of trusts available, as well as other considerations to keep in mind such as registration papers and medical records for the horse, equipment, land, and your equine business.

“The UHC intends this to be a general guide for estate planning as it applies to your horses, and we certainly recommend contacting a knowledgeable equine attorney to guide you through the details of estate planning involving your equine,” said Ms. Furst.

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"My mission is to rescue neglected, abused, and abandoned miniature horses, while educating as many people as I can that miniature horses are a lot more than pets. That’s how Mini Miracles Horse Rescue, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization was created."

While Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD, can be extremely debilitating for soldiers, survivors of terror attacks, natural disasters, victims of crime and other ordeals, one unique method has been proven to ease its symptoms: horse therapy.

Success Story: Idaho Horse Rescue

In the first few months of 2017 alone, Idaho Horse Rescue took on two major rescue cases. In January, IHR was called upon to assist in a case involving three horses trapped on Boulder Mountain near McCall, Idaho. The first rescue was that of JD, who wandered farther down the mountain and was able to be roped and taken to safety. The other two horses were stuck in deep snow high up on Boulder Mountain. The most difficult rescue to date, Ryat had to be air lifted via helicopter off the mountain. Recon efforts were conducted the next day with a thermal imaging camera to locate the remaining horse. Unfortunately, it was unable to be located. Ryat and JD received the necessary rehabilitation after arriving at IHR. They have turned into two very handsome fellas!​Watch the video of Ryat being airlifted from the mountain

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